Tattoo topic again - Miami Ink

[rimbo74]

Hi everybody

I just wanted to let you guys know that eventhough I had my transplant on July 31st, my doctor has cleared me to get the tattoo that I have told you all about starting in November.  I was sitting around the house one day and had a thought come to me.  There is a show on TLC (The Learning Channel) about a tattoo shop on Miami Beach.  I thought my brother and I have a great story and a tattoo that represents our transplant and bond together.  I wrote the show telling them about our story and sure enough, they started calling me immediately!!   

Right now they only have a contract extension through the end of October which is too early for me to get a tattoo.  My brother and I are making a video for them in case they get an extension for November/December.  So my brother and I might be on TV.  Maybe this will help bring to light how wonderful living donors can be and the impact they have on someone in the need of a kidney.

[Hawkeye]

Sweet, I love that show.  Don't forget to try and mention the site in your video or while getting tattooed if the show continues to air.  I don't see why it wouldn't.  It is a great show and Kat's new show LA Ink sucks some serious ass.

[paris]

I love that show!  How exciting for you and wonderful that you can tell your story to a large audience.  Don't forget to mention us!  Keep us posted so we can set our DVR's!!!!!!

[KICKSTART]

Way to go  .. i watch Miami Ink all the time .. be sure to get me an autograph off all the guys there  ...and if you are feeling brave give them all a big kiss from me !!!   I really hope it goes ahead , please keep us posted !

[Romona]

I guess you guys are getting my name tattooed on you. That is so sweet!

Seriously that is too cool!

[Laurie]

I love Miami Ink. That would be so cool if they picked you.  What a great way to spread the word about organ donation

[paddbear0000]

Awesome! Make sure you tell us the time and date if it ends up airing!

[okarol]

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I wouldn't go so far as this heheheh - but I think your story would definitely increase awareness!

[goofynina]

OK Rimbo Brothers this is what i thought would be cool,  If one of you puts the word G O O F Y on one arm and the other brother puts N I N A on the other    Hows that sound?    Naaah, i am just messing (but you can if you want, really)  

That is so awesome for both of you, i admire the closeness the two of you have and i wish you all the luck in anything and everything you do  

[angela515]

Very kewl I hope you get on it and it can be aired.

[vandie]

Rimbo,
You should try LA Ink.  Same premise, but mainly women work there. 
Might be worth a shot.  Have fun.

[KT0930]

I've never watched the show, but what better reason to start?? Rimbo, that's awesome! Keep us posted on if/when it's gonna happen!

[Sluff]

I love LA Ink much better than Miami Ink.

[vandie]

I love LA Ink much better than Miami Ink.

I wonder why that is. . . . hmmm.

Maybe because of all of the hot chicks on LA Ink?!?!?

[MyssAnne]

Rimbo! How cool!!!!   I'm too chicken to get a tattoo, but I think they are soo cool!  If you do get an airing, let us know when!!

[Sluff]

I love LA Ink much better than Miami Ink.

I wonder why that is. . . . hmmm.

Maybe because of all of the hot chicks on LA Ink?!?!?

Well like Duh!!!! 

[poohkari]

I had 2 friends get tattooed at Miami Ink for the show. I'm not sure if they ever aired it, as they are um, adult film stars? Nice girls for real though. If you get tattooed there, try to get Chris Garver to do it! Hes the only one out of the whole crew that was, and is, known for doing amazing work in the tattoo scene. Also, TLC will not cover the cost of you to get the tattoo or your trip to Miami - so you might want to think about it. If you need a heads up on a good shop in your area, just drop me a PM. If I dont know of someone, I will find out from some tattoo artist friends!

And as for Kat Von D ... most overrated, egotistical tattoo artist ever. And, yes, i've had the luxury (hee hee) of hanging out with her several times.

If any of you are in Ohio, you should really go get tattooed by Kore Flatmo. He did most of the b/w portraits on Kat Von D. He's disgustingly talented and an amazing artist. I'm just saving up to have him sleeve up my arm! www.plurabellacom

[Hawkeye]

If you get tattooed there, try to get Chris Garver to do it! Hes the only one out of the whole crew that was, and is, known for doing amazing work in the tattoo scene.

I agree with this one Chris does amazing work.  I would let him tattoo me in a heartbeat.

If I don't know of someone, I will find out from some tattoo artist friends!

If you are in the Chicago area The Jade Dragon is the place to go.  My wife has a few tats and we go out of our way to go there.

And as for Kat Von D ... most overrated, egotistical tattoo artist ever. And, yes, I've had the luxury (hee hee) of hanging out with her several times.

I don't know that I would say her work is overrated because she does do some really lifelike portraits.  My problem with is with her and the format of the show.  The other artists seem good, but they do next to no tattooing on the show so it's hard to really tell.  Almost the whole show is wasted following Kat around.  In my opinion she is a lazy drunk that got lucky enough that TLC gave her her own show and I believe paid for the studio as well.  How in the world TLC thinks she can run her own shop is beyond me.  She has no work ethic, is always late and hungover, wont do certain tats or certain types of tats, and is rude in general. 

[paris]

Rimbo, I wanted to show my family the tattoo you had once posted and can't find it.  Can you direct me to it or post it again in this thread?   Hope you are feeling great and we want to see you on Miami Ink!

[poohkari]

If you get tattooed there, try to get Chris Garver to do it! Hes the only one out of the whole crew that was, and is, known for doing amazing work in the tattoo scene.

I agree with this one Chris does amazing work.  I would let him tattoo me in a heartbeat.

If I don't know of someone, I will find out from some tattoo artist friends!

If you are in the Chicago area The Jade Dragon is the place to go.  My wife has a few tats and we go out of our way to go there.

And as for Kat Von D ... most overrated, egotistical tattoo artist ever. And, yes, I've had the luxury (hee hee) of hanging out with her several times.

I don't know that I would say her work is overrated because she does do some really lifelike portraits.  My problem with is with her and the format of the show.  The other artists seem good, but they do next to no tattooing on the show so it's hard to really tell.  Almost the whole show is wasted following Kat around.  In my opinion she is a lazy drunk that got lucky enough that TLC gave her her own show and I believe paid for the studio as well.  How in the world TLC thinks she can run her own shop is beyond me.  She has no work ethic, is always late and hungover, wont do certain tats or certain types of tats, and is rude in general. 

Kore Flatmo blows Ms. Von D out of the water on portraits. He is insaaaaaaaane!

[George Jung]

Paris, the thread you are looking for is called "Transplant and Tattoos", located in general discussion.

[Romona]

I really hope they do this for you guys. It would really raise awareness.
Anyone know if Orange County Choppers ever did a kidney disease or transplant awareness bike?

[paris]

Thanks, George.  I wanted to show it to Beth.     

[okarol]

Rimbo, I wanted to show my family the tattoo you had once posted and can't find it.  Can you direct me to it or post it again in this thread?   Hope you are feeling great and we want to see you on Miami Ink!

I think this is the thread http://ihatedialysis.com/forum/index.php?topic=4253.0

[paris]

George and Okarol, Thanks for your help. It really is a nice tatoo and I wanted to share it.